Reptiles And Amphibians Of The Mojave Desert

Author : Joshua Parker,Simone Brito
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2022-05-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0970717938

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Reptiles and Amphibians of the Mojave Desert by Joshua Parker,Simone Brito Pdf

Focusing on the 66 species of reptiles and amphibians found in the Mojave Desert, this concise field guide uses hundreds of intimate color photographs, gorgeous range maps, and concise, at-a-glace information to make identification easy while providing useful and interesting details about the animals, their habitat, and the desert they call home. New to this second edition are over 80 new and exciting photographs and updated taxonomy since this is an area in the field of biology that is constantly changing as we learn more about the ancestral relationships between all of the species. As before, the definitive text is tailored to some of the Southwest's most beautiful places, such as Joshua Tree, Death Valley, and the Mojave National Preserve, and is written to be appreciated by field biologists and curious visitors alike. If you enjoy the Mojave and these fascinating animals, this field guide is the go-to source for reliable identification and reputable information.

Author : Quick Reference Publishing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1936913690

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Reptiles and Amphibians of the Mojave Desert by Quick Reference Publishing Pdf

Author : Joshua M. Parker,Simone Brito
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-01
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : 0985577118

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Reptiles and Amphibians of the Mojave Desert by Joshua M. Parker,Simone Brito Pdf

A comprehensive pictorial field guide to the 64 species of salamanders, frogs, toads, tortoises, geckos, skinks, lizards, and snakes found in the Mojave Desert of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. Each species account includes common and scientific names and a description of the species, its habits, and other distinguishing information. Tabs indicate if the species is toxic, harmless, mildly venomous, or dangerously venomous (toxic or mildly venomous are considered harmless to humans) as well as the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUNC) designation. More detailed information about the identification and life history characteristics for each species are presented. While the majority of herps in the Mojave have unique and distinguishing characteristics that will quickly lead to their identification, there are a few groups where the comparative information presented as well as cross-referencing the photos and descriptions of similar species is necessary for a positive identification. The combined use of the geographic location within the Mojave, the variety of pictures provided, and the descriptions of each species should lead to a positive identification. Front matter includes information on classification, places to see the animals, habitats, evolution, paleontology, and conservation concerns.

Author : Robert C. Stebbins,Samuel M. McGinnis
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 553 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780520949973

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Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of California by Robert C. Stebbins,Samuel M. McGinnis Pdf

". . . encourage[s] hope and resilience in times of devastating damage."—New York Review of Books This user-friendly guide is the only complete resource that identifies and describes all the amphibians and reptiles—salamanders, frogs and toads, lizards, snakes, and tortoises and turtles—that live in California. The species are described in richly detailed accounts that include range maps, lifelike color paintings by Robert C. Stebbins, clear drawings of various life stages including eggs, notes on natural history, and conservation status. Easy-to-use keys for every order help identify species, and informative chapters cover more general topics including evolution, habitat loss, and photography. Throughout, anecdotes and observations reveal new insights into the lives of California’s abundant but often hidden amphibians and reptiles.

Author : Cheryl S. Brehme,Robert Nathan Fisher,Silviu O. Petrovan,Viorel Dan Popescu,Thomas Edward S. Langton,Kimberly M. Andrews
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832549261

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Amphibian and Reptile Road Ecology by Cheryl S. Brehme,Robert Nathan Fisher,Silviu O. Petrovan,Viorel Dan Popescu,Thomas Edward S. Langton,Kimberly M. Andrews Pdf

Roads may threaten the persistence of wildlife populations by acting as barriers to movement and/or sources of increased mortality across the landscape. Amphibians and reptiles have been identified as being particularly susceptible to negative road impacts. Many species migrate annually among habitats to support basic life history requirements such as breeding, development, foraging, and overwintering. For these species, individuals may need to successfully cross roads multiple times each year for the population to persist. Many are slow-moving and freeze in the presence of danger, making it almost impossible for them to avoid oncoming vehicles. Although there are a plethora of road mortality location and count data, the effects of road mortality on the long-term viability of amphibian and reptile populations and metapopulations are mostly unknown due to a lack of information on their abundance, vital rates, behavior, and spatial and temporal dynamics.

Author : Quick Reference Publishing,Randall D. Babb
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : 1936913712

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Reptiles and Amphibians of the Chihuahuan Desert by Quick Reference Publishing,Randall D. Babb Pdf

Author : Quick Reference Publishing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1936913682

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Reptiles and Amphibians of the Sonoran Desert by Quick Reference Publishing Pdf

Author : Gayle Benjamin Pickwell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1949
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : UCR:31210000432722

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Amphibians and Reptiles of the Pacific States by Gayle Benjamin Pickwell Pdf

Author : Lawrence R. Walker,Frederick H. Landau
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2018-03-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780816532629

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A Natural History of the Mojave Desert by Lawrence R. Walker,Frederick H. Landau Pdf

Invites readers to explore the smallest and most unique southwestern desert, the beautiful Mojave--Provided by publisher.

Author : Trevor B. Persons,Erika M. Nowak,Scott Hillard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : MINN:31951D02370351J

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Inventory of Amphibians and Reptiles at Manzanar National Historic Site, California by Trevor B. Persons,Erika M. Nowak,Scott Hillard Pdf

Author : Robert C. Stebbins,Samuel M. McGinnis
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780520244665

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Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of California by Robert C. Stebbins,Samuel M. McGinnis Pdf

“Since his first book on western amphibians in 1951, Stebbins has been recognized as the authoritative voice on this subject. This new book, written with McGinnis, continues that high standard of accuracy and usefulness. It is filled with entertaining anecdotes and user-friendly information. I recommend this to anyone getting their first introduction to the rich and diverse world of Californian herpetofauna.” -David Wake, Curator, Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, UC Berkeley “Dr. Robert Stebbins is the elder herpetological master of the American West, and this book has long been one of the finest state field guides to amphibians and reptiles. Now partnering to create a new, expanded edition with accomplished biologist Dr. Samuel McGinnis, a classic publication has become even better. Both the professional herpetologist and the weekend amateur naturalist will find this top-notch guide to be invaluable when exploring California's diverse landscapes.” -Alan St. John, author of Reptiles of the Northwest

Author : Philip R. Brown,John William Wright
Publisher : Serpent's Tail
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105016870417

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Herpetology of the North American Deserts by Philip R. Brown,John William Wright Pdf

Author : John C. Murphy
Publisher : Book Services Us
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018-03-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1642554839

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Arizona's Amphibians & Reptiles by John C. Murphy Pdf

For both the casual observer and the experienced naturalist, this indispensable field guide and natural history reference covers all the salamanders, frogs, spadefoots, toads, lizards, snakes, tortoises, and turtles in Arizona. Over 200 stunning photographs, accompanied by range maps, show key details of identification. Fascinating life history and behavior accounts will leave the reader amazed at the biodiversity of Arizona, where the convergence of the ponderosa forests and subalpine meadows of the Colorado Plateau with the Chihuahuan, Sonoran, and Mojave deserts has resulted in a unique herpetofauna. Days are dominated by an astonishing variety of lizards; at night, by Gila monsters, geckos, and snakes. And when the summer monsoon sets in, the desert night comes alive with millions of toads and spadefoots.

Author : Robert C. Thomson
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520964839

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California Amphibian and Reptile Species of Special Concern by Robert C. Thomson Pdf

One of the most important hotspots of herpetological biodiversity in the United States, California is home to many endemic amphibians and reptiles found nowhere else on earth. Many of these taxa have unique ecological and morphological specializations, and their management is an important conservation challenge. Increasing climate change impacts, human development, and extreme drought mean many of these species face an ever-greater risk of extinction. California Amphibian and Reptile Species of Special Concern provides an up-to-date synthesis of the current state of knowledge regarding the biology and conservation risks faced by 45 of California’s most sensitive amphibian and reptile species. With the goal of enhancing management based on the best available science, the authors developed a novel set of risk metrics to identify special concern species and the threats they face, including population declines, range size and restrictions, and ecological specializations and niche restrictions. In addition to detailed species accounts, this book provides a quantitative analysis of the conservation status and pressing management issues facing individual species and the state’s amphibian and reptile fauna as a whole. The volume focuses on identifying threats, concrete recommendations for management and recovery, and future research needs. The text is complemented by detailed distribution maps, color photos, and graphs. Written in nontechnical language, California Amphibian and Reptile Species of Special Concern will be a valuable resource to a broad range of users from resource managers, field biologists, and academic herpetologists to students and recreational naturalists. Published in association with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Author : Harold Mooney,Erika Zavaleta
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 1008 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016-01-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780520962170

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Ecosystems of California by Harold Mooney,Erika Zavaleta Pdf

This long-anticipated reference and sourcebook for California’s remarkable ecological abundance provides an integrated assessment of each major ecosystem type—its distribution, structure, function, and management. A comprehensive synthesis of our knowledge about this biologically diverse state, Ecosystems of California covers the state from oceans to mountaintops using multiple lenses: past and present, flora and fauna, aquatic and terrestrial, natural and managed. Each chapter evaluates natural processes for a specific ecosystem, describes drivers of change, and discusses how that ecosystem may be altered in the future. This book also explores the drivers of California’s ecological patterns and the history of the state’s various ecosystems, outlining how the challenges of climate change and invasive species and opportunities for regulation and stewardship could potentially affect the state’s ecosystems. The text explicitly incorporates both human impacts and conservation and restoration efforts and shows how ecosystems support human well-being. Edited by two esteemed ecosystem ecologists and with overviews by leading experts on each ecosystem, this definitive work will be indispensable for natural resource management and conservation professionals as well as for undergraduate or graduate students of California’s environment and curious naturalists.